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Featuring American Idol Winner Kris Al len, Traci Bair and ASO Musicians

ince its founding in 1984, the

Symphony’s Opus Ball has been

steered by dozens of Little Rock’s most

illustrious leaders and philanthropists.

Together they have raised more

than $10 million for children’s

music education. This year we look

back and celebrate those who’ve

made Opus Ball the most elegant

fundraising gala in central Arkansas.

Please join us for Rhapsody in Blue,

an exceptional evening recognizing

these great patrons of the arts.

Opus XXXVI Co-chairs Melissa and Martin Thoma

are honored to pay tribute to the dedicated

past chairs who have provided foundational

support to the educational programs of the ASO.

They have planned an unforgettable evening of

celebration and appreciation — and encourage

you to join them for this remarkable event.

RHAPSODY IN BLUE FEATURING AMERICAN IDOL KRIS ALLEN

For its Fall 2020 gala, the Symphony pivots to virtual as

a public health and safety imperative. The virtual event

promises to be equally appealing and entertaining,

however, as we’ll bring exclusive musical acts, memorable

wine and food pairings and special presentations

and remarks from celebrities and dignitaries.

American Idol winner Kris Allen — an Arkansas native son and

alumnus of the Arkansas Symphony Youth Orchestra — will

perform and send a personal message to Opus patrons.

Private virtual meeting rooms will replicate the table

experience throughout the evening and a virtual dance party

accompanied by the ASO Jazz Quartet will punctuate the

night. Of course there are fabulous live and silent auctions

— featuring items from a stunning 26.5CTWs of diamonds

valued at $36,000 to home furnishings, memorable trips and

exclusive parties. Opus always brings together some of the

most unique items at auction and this year is no different.

Ann Blair & Bert Parke, I

Anita & Max Harris, II

Bruce McEntire, III

Ann & Al White, IV

Flo & Dr. Jim Deer, Jr., V

Greer & Barnett Grace, VI

Margaret & R. Drake Keith, VII

Martha & Sam Sowell, VIII

Grace & John Steuri, IX

Dale & Lee Ronnel, X

Irene & Gus Vratsinas, XI

Nan & Dr. Art Squire, XII

Margaret & Bill Clark, XIII, XIV

Donna & David Cone, XV, XVI

Millie Ward & Larry Stone, XVII

Susie & Charles Morgan, XVIII

Shirley & Jerry Davis, XIX, XXV

Cindy & Chip Murphy, XX, XXXII

Martha & Dr. George K. Mitchell, XXI

Susan & Herren Hickingbotham, XXII, XXXIII

Terri & Chuck Erwin, XXIII

Eileen & Dr. Ricardo Sotomora, XXIV

Lori & Ellis Sloan, XXVI

Errin & Dr. David Dean, XXVII

Shayla & Scott Copas, XXVIII

Susan & Nick Brown, XXIX

Elizabeth & Dr. Chris Stinnett, XXX

Jan & Dr. Randal Hundley, XXXI

Debi Barnes & Elizabeth Andreoli, XXXIV

Bob & Martha Snider, XXXV

35 YEARS OF OPUS CHAIRS

OPUS AT A GLANCE

Event sponsors, table sponsors, Patron Ticket-

holders and Opus ticket-holders will receive:

• A basket of Opus-ready wine, cocktail-makings

and food pairings delivered to your home,

with the same basket for table guests

• 1.5 hours of ASO, youth and national guest artists entertaining

you. Headlined by pop idol Kris Allen, the show will also

include acts by New York musical theater singer Traci Bair,

the America’s Sweethearts retro ensemble and more

• Interludes of chefs and sommeliers will

explore the food and wine provided

It’s said that “the show must go on,” and that’s

the story of Opus this year. The ASO

youth music education programs funded by Opus

have continued in 2020 unabated. In

this environment it’s more important than ever. Thank you so much

for your commitment to Opus and youth musical education.

HONOR 35 YEARS OF OPUS

Your sponsorship, table and Education Challenge gift may be

made in honor of any or all past Opus chairs. Such honorary

gifts will be prominently recognized — in the program, at

table, on the event’s website and throughout the evening.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT LINDSEY COSIO

501.666.1761 — ext. 114 or lcosio@arkansassymphony.org

CORPORATE & INDIVIDUAL | $10,000+

Customized benefits package designed to your unique

situation and contribution. Your name and logo will appear

in all print and digital promotional pieces associated

with Opus XXXVI, including the invitation, a half-page

advertisement, sponsor recognition in the Opus Ball

Program and on-screen acknowledgements during

the show. You will also be recognized as a sponsor in

ASO concert season promotional material, one half-

page advertisement and sponsorship recognition in the

ASO season program digital playbill, and sponsorship

recognition on the ASO website and social media. These

benefits will be applied to the 2020-2021 concert season.

Sponsorship also includes all patron table benefits for Opus

XXXVI. In addition, you will be named an event sponsor of

a streaming performance during the 2020-2021 season.

PATRON TABLE | $7,500

Patron table sponsors are making an exceptional gift

to support youth musical education in Arkansas. This

support is accompanied by full access to the virtual

event for 10 guests of your choosing, a private meeting

room during the event for your party and all the benefits

of the Patron Ticket below for each of your guests.

Each table host and 4 guest couples will receive the

Opus Experience Gift Basket described below in the

individual ticket section. Your name or logo will also

appear in the Patron section of the Opus XXXVI program

and on the screen crawls and credits during the event.

In addition, you will be named an event sponsor of a

streaming performance during the 2020-2021 season.

TABLE SPONSORSHIP | $5,000

Table sponsors will host parties of 10; each table host

and 4 guest couples will receive the Opus Experience

Gift Basket described below in the individual ticket

section. This support is accompanied by full access

to the virtual event for the guests of your choosing,

a private meeting room during the event for your

party and all the benefits of the Opus Ticket below for

each of your guest couples. Corporate and individual

table sponsors receive personalized recognition in the

gala program, throughout the evening. In addition,

you will be named an event sponsor of a streaming

performance during the 2020-2021 season.

PATRON TICKET | $1,500

The ever-popular Patron Ticket affords a couple

access to the entire Opus evening and is the

highest-level individual support of youth musical

education in Arkansas. Benefits include:

• Full access to the Opus Musical Spectacular,

including dance after-party

• Invitation to an appreciation event designed

exclusively for the Symphony’s largest patrons*

• One Opus Experience Gift Basket per couple.

Features sommelier-curated wines selected for

Patrons, paired gourmet foods, specialty cocktail

ingredients, printed program and additional items

• Commemorative Patron’s Gift from Sissy’s Log Cabin*

• Private breakout room during the evening

for visiting with your invited guests

• Listing as Opus Patron in the event program,

during the event and throughout the year

in all Symphony performances*

* Patron Ticket exclusives

OPUS TICKET | $500

Each Opus ticket affords access to the entire glamorous

Rhapsody in Blue evening. Join with friends to build

a virtual table; the Opus staff will customize your

online profile to accommodate. Benefits include:

• Full access to the Opus Musical Spectacular,

including dance after-party

• One Opus Experience Gift Basket per couple.

Features sommelier-curated wines, paired

gourmet foods, specialty cocktail ingredients,

printed program and additional items

• Private breakout room during the evening for visiting

with your friends; “seating” must be requested

prior to event to accommodate virtual rooms

For more information, please contact Lindsey Cosio at 501.666.1761 — ext. 114 or lcosio@arkansassymphony.org

SPONSORSH IPS AND T ICKETS